Over half of this year is over already. How crazy is that? I recently saw school supplies set up in stores already. I remember that sense of dread when I spotted the notebooks, pencils, and folders prominently displayed right at the front of the store when I was a kid, and I felt cheated, like they were rudely interrupting my summer to remind me that back-to-school was right around the corner.
I started Christmas shopping already and have a few gifts tucked away in my secret spot in the closet, with a few more ordered and on the way. I don’t like to rush with gift shopping. I like time to think, explore, put thought into what I am selecting for each person.
This 4th of July was a special holiday for us, for several personal reasons and private celebrations. Our upcoming Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas are going to be extra festive as well, and I am looking forward to all of them, the entire holiday season.
But first, we aren’t quite done with summer yet, are we? It’s not time to pack away the beach chairs, floppy hat, or travel bag just yet!
Sweat & Sparkle 